What area code is 681?
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681 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 681
West Virginia (overlay)1 community on record for 681.
Where 681 sits on the map
Overlay of 304Coverage area
About the 681 region
681 covers West Virginia in West Virginia. The code has been in service since 2009.
681 itself is an overlay: it shares its territory with 304 and was introduced when those codes ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing is required across the region.
Overlaid on 304.
Who called me from 681?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 681 does not prove the caller is really in the 681 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 681 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 681?+–
681 is a telephone area code serving West Virginia in West Virginia, United States, in service since 2009.
Where is area code 681 located?+–
It covers Mason County, Logan County, Clay County and other counties, including West Virginia in West Virginia.
What time zone is 681?+–
681 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 681 start?+–
681 entered service in 2009. Its history: overlaid on 304.
Why does area code 681 exist?+–
681 is an overlay of 304: it covers the exact same territory and was introduced when the original code ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing applies.
Is 681 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 681 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 681 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 681 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 681 number regardless of where you physically live, although in an overlaid region you may be assigned 304 instead.